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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sheffield to Southampton:

• Earliest: departs at 10:50 and lands at 11:50
• Latest: departs at 13:55 and lands at 14:55.

The flight takes about 1h.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Sheffield to Southampton.

A direct flight from Sheffield to Southampton takes 1h, covering 168 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Sheffield to Southampton range from £148 to £191, with an average of £164 over the past 12 months. Anything below £148 counts as a good deal.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £144 return via Belfast Intl (BFS), compared with £162 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £37–£37 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer ERJ-145 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Loganair and British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Southampton Eastleigh Airport (SOU) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £39 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Budget
• Avis
• Sixt
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Flights from Sheffield to Southampton usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Southampton Eastleigh (SOU).

One-stop flights from Sheffield to Southampton most commonly connect through:

• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 57% of one-stop connections
• Belfast Intl (BFS) – 29% of one-stop connections
• Saint Peter Port Guernsey (GCI) – 14% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Sheffield to Southampton. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £152 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £187, a difference of £35.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only easyJet operates flights between Sheffield and Southampton.

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 30m, compared to 6h 18m via Belfast Intl (BFS) and 11h 26m via Saint Peter Port Guernsey (GCI).

Some of the most popular sights in Southampton are Mayflower Theatre, St. Mary's Stadium, and Southampton General Hospital. These are among the most viewed places in Southampton on KAYAK.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Loganair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• easyJet: a checked bag in Economy class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Besides Eastern Airlines, which provides the majority of flights from Manchester to Southampton, you can also fly with Hahn Air or Aer Lingus. The latter makes one stop en route, changing planes at George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). You can also book with Ryanair and fly via Dublin, where you'll transfer to Eastern Airlines.

You can catch a train directly from the city centre to the airport at Manchester Piccadilly Station. It's a ride of around 20min. Alternatively, you can catch a bus from Manchester Shudehill Exchange, which will get you to the airport in about 30min. Once you've landed at Southampton Airport, you can hop on a train to Southampton Central Station, which takes about 10min to get to the city centre, or a bus that takes around 35min to the Southampton Civic Centre.

If you're concerned about your carbon footprint when you fly, Eastern Airways is the obvious choice. These flights make significant savings on carbon emissions, releasing over 60% less CO2 than the other airlines that fly this route. You'll find these flights in the early morning and late afternoon. Use the CO2 filter to locate them when you book through KAYAK.

You'll find excellent limited-mobility amenities at Manchester Airport. Full assistance from arrival to boarding is available, as long as you notify the airport via your travel agent or airline at least 48h in advance. Passengers with hidden disabilities can arrange for a yellow lanyard to indicate to airport staff that they may require assistance. The same scenario exists at Southampton Airport. Its mobility assistance team will help you with anything you need upon landing, with prior arrangement.